The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC), at its December 2024 meeting chaired by the Honourable Minister of Finance and the Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, shared a total sum of N1.424 Trillion to the three tiers of government as Federation Allocation for the month of December, 2024 from a gross total of N2.310 Trillion. From the stated amount inclusive of Gross Statutory Revenue, Value Added Tax (VAT), Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL), Exchange Difference (ED), the Federal Government received N451.193 Billion, the States received N498.498 Billion, the Local Government Councils got N361.754 Billion, while the Oil Producing States received…
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The Deputy Chief Whip of the House of Representatives, Hon. Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga, has passed away following a brief illness. Representing the Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo North Federal Constituency of Ogun State, Onanuga died on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. A statement by the House spokesman, Akintunde Rotimi, confirmed the lawmaker’s passing and highlighted her remarkable contributions to Nigeria’s political landscape. Born on December 2, 1965, Onanuga first joined the National Assembly in 2019 on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and was re-elected in 2023. During her time in the 9th Assembly, she chaired the House Committee on Women Affairs and…
The Oyo State government, under Governor Seyi Makinde, has approved the recruitment of 902 officers into various cadres within the state’s Civil Service. Spanning 60 distinct cadres across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies, the recruitment drive also includes Education Officers for 35 teaching subject areas under the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology. Chief Kamoru Abiodun Aderibigbe, Chairman of the Oyo State Civil Service Commission, disclosed that successful applicants would receive their appointment letters by the end of January 2025. Highlighting the broader implications of the recruitment, Aderibigbe described it as a milestone that would foster multisectoral development across the state.…
The Aseyin of Iseyin, HRM Oba Sefiu Olawale, has called for stronger collaboration with the Oyo State Water Corporation to improve water supply in Iseyin and its environs. He made the call during a recent visit by the Agency’s Chairman, Mr. Elias Adeojo, to Iseyin. Adeojo stated that the Oyo State Government would not relent in its efforts to provide potable water to residents across the state. He disclosed that the major obstacle to adequate water supply in Iseyin and its surroundings is epileptic power supply; a challenge faced across the state. The Chairman emphasized that efforts are ongoing to…
As the 2027 political picture continues to take a strong shape, strong evidence has emerged on Thursday, January 9th , that the celebrated philanthropist, Otunba Niyi Adekola, will be joining the 2027 political race for the House of Representatives , Atisbo/Saki West/Saki East Federal Constituency. This indication took a ripe height during a colourful Yuletide feast the APC shining hopeful organised for party chieftains from the three local governments that made up the federal constituency. Insiders at the event confirmed that the philanthropist, Otunba Niyi Adekola has formally made known his intention to run for the seat, building on his…
The federal and state governments have announced their readiness to commence direct disbursement of funds to all 774 local governments across the country, marking the implementation of financial autonomy for local councils starting this month. Dedicated Unit Established for Disbursements The Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF) has established a dedicated unit to handle the direct disbursement of funds to local governments. This move aligns with the federal government’s efforts to strengthen grassroots governance by ensuring financial independence for the third tier of government. FAAC Meeting to Finalize Details The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) will hold…
The news of the new Alaafin materialized slowly, until the chilling details emerged that the new king was merely ‘appointed’ by the state government and not carefully selected by the majority of the Kingmakers, as the customs and traditions of the ancient stool had spelt out. “The Alaafin is not chosen by consultation or divination”, the five out of seven Oyo Mesi in council led by Bashorun of Oyo had countered the state government after its pronounced Prince Abimbola Owoade the new Alaafin in a strongly worded statement late Friday night, 10th of January, 2025 “but in strict compliance with…
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has expressed heartfelt condolences to the Okere of Saki, Oba Khalid Olabisi, over the passing of his beloved wife, Olori Waliyat Olabisi. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Thursday in Ibadan. Senator Alli described the demise of Olori Waliyat as a painful loss, not only to the royal family but also to the entire Saki community. He noted that Olori Waliyat was a pillar of support and a beacon of hope who contributed immensely to the peace and progress of…
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has extended warm felicitations to the Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Dr. Zaccheus Adedeji, on the occasion of his 47th birthday. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, and made available to newsmen on Wednesday in Ibadan. Senator Alli described Dr. Adedeji as a visionary leader, renowned economist, and a dedicated public servant whose contributions to Nigeria’s economic development remain commendable. He praised Dr. Adedeji’s exceptional leadership and commitment to improving the nation’s revenue generation system, emphasising his passion for excellence and service…
The Christian Association of Nigeria (C.A.N.), Saki West Local Government Chapter, and the Christian Community of Saki have extended their heartfelt condolences to His Imperial Majesty, Oba Surveyor (Dr.) Khalid Oyeniyi Olabisi, Ayinla-Ado, Oyedepo III, the Okere and paramount ruler of Saki Land, over the passing of Olori Waliyat Olabisi. This message of sympathy was conveyed in a statement signed by Rev. Dr. E.O. Okunlola on behalf of Saki West C.A.N. and the Christian Community of Saki. “Kabiyesi, testimonies abound of the meaningful and impactful life lived by the highly responsible, honourably respected, and dearly treasured Queen of Saki Land,”…